Zdenka Lechner, the first ethnologist at the Museum of Slavonia (1951–1965), made significant contributions to the study of the traditional culture of Slavonia, including the use of pokljuc – earthen lids for baking bread and pastries on the hearth.
The author explores why Tito remains a popular symbol of stability, social security and independence, despite critical views of his regime. The book maps the cultural, political and everyday manifestations of "Titostalgia".
Biblioteka XX vek, 2010.
Serbian. Latin alphabet. Paperback.
7.36 €
Language & linguistics • Culturology • Philosophy of language
In the book, Todorov examines the relationship between the production of discourse (rhetoric) and its interpretation (hermeneutics), focusing on verbal symbolism – the phenomenon of indirect meaning that builds on direct, literal meaning.
Svetovi, 1986.
Serbian. Latin alphabet. Paperback with dust jacket.
9.54 €
Culturology • Sociology • Political journalism • Political-historical essays
In her book, Ece Temelkuran analyzes how societies are gradually sliding into authoritarianism. Through personal experiences and global examples, she reveals patterns of loss of freedom, compassion, and truth in the modern world.
Naklada Ljevak, 2019.
Croatian. Latin alphabet. Paperback.
12.32 €
Language & linguistics • Culturology • Philosophy of language
The famous Serbian linguist and one of the most influential figures in 20th-century Yugoslav linguistics, in this book continues her series of "Linguistic Reflections" – lucid, erudite essays that combine general linguistics, the Serbian language, and cul
Biblioteka XX vek, 2002.
Serbian. Latin alphabet. Paperback.
7.56 €
Culturology • Art criticism • Art history • Theory of Art
A collection of essays by a distinguished Croatian art historian, exploring the symbolism of animals in art, folklore, and mythology, connecting ancient traditions with their reflection in fine art and culture.